A weekend of philately at the Canadian Postal Museum
Gatineau, Quebec, September 20, 2005 — The Canadian Postal Museum of the Canadian Museum of Civilization offers you a fun-filled weekend where you can discover the art of philately. On October 1 and 2, a philatelist will be at the Museum to introduce participants of all ages to the fascinating world of stamp collecting.
Discover how accessible this hobby is, and learn the various steps in mounting a stamp collection. Young participants will also have a chance to win a Stamp QuestTM Starter Kit. You can even bring in your own stamp collection and trade stamps with other collectors.
Stamp Fun
Canadian Postal Museum
October 1 and 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
A bilingual activity
Free with Museum admission
More information is available at www.civilization.ca or by calling (819) 776-7000 or 1 800 555-5621.
Media Information:
Chief, Media Relations
Canadian Museum of Civilization
Tel.: (819) 776-7167
Media Relations Officer
Canadian Museum of Civilization
Tel.: (819) 776-7169
Fax: (819) 776-7187
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